I Grant You a Towering Brow

Seizing the moment when Xiong Jun's old strength had just ebbed and his new strength had yet to rise, the Taurus Star Dragon lifted its axe handle and viciously smashed the heavy axe back into Xiong Jun's chest.

The blow was immense and powerful. Xiong Jun had no time to dodge and took it squarely. His massive body flew into the air, rolled several times, then crashed to the ground with a thunderous boom, kicking up dust that filled the sky.

Before Xiong Jun could climb back up, the Taurus Star Dragon had already strode closer. The lightning around its curved horns surged, and a thick bolt of lightning burst forth from between them—the Taurus Star Dragon's ultimate skill, Lightning Strike.

The lightning beam tore through the air and reached Xiong Jun in an instant. In his haste, Xiong Jun rolled sideways, barely avoiding the direct hit. The lightning struck the ground behind him, instantly charring the soil and stones black as wisps of white smoke rose.

After landing, Xiong Jun pushed off with all four limbs and leaped up again, continuing his assault. He could see that his opponent's combat methods were exquisite, so he stopped blindly trading blows head-on. His huge body moved from side to side, constantly shifting positions in an attempt to disrupt the other's rhythm.

The Taurus Star Dragon's gaze remained calm. Its steps were neither hurried nor slow, and it always kept Xiong Jun within the range of its axe.

The Heavenly Mansion Axe swung wide and broad, each sweep stirring up the earth and stones around them. Dense earth-element energy spread layer upon layer, sealing off every route of advance and retreat available to Xiong Jun. The two giant beasts chased and fled, axe and claws colliding without pause. Roars of impact rang